Mangaluru Administration Launches School Visits to Ease SSLC Exam Stress
In a proactive move to support students facing crucial board examinations, the Dakshina Kannada district administration has announced a series of school visits beginning next week. The initiative, spearheaded by Deputy Commissioner Darshan HV, aims to boost confidence among SSLC students and help them overcome examination-related anxiety.
High-Level Official Engagement
The school visits will be conducted by a team of senior district officials including the deputy commissioner himself, the zilla panchayat chief executive officer, and the superintendent of police. This coordinated effort is designed to reassure students ahead of the upcoming public examinations through direct interaction and motivational support.
"Our goal is to send a positive message to students appearing for these important exams," Darshan explained during a press briefing on Wednesday. "We want to encourage them to face their tests without unnecessary anxiety and with full confidence in their preparation."
Comprehensive Mental Health Support System
The administration has highlighted existing mental health resources available to students, particularly the Tele-MANAS service which provides free professional counseling for those experiencing exam stress, anxiety, or fear of failure. Students can access immediate support by dialing 14416 to discuss various concerns including study pressure and parental expectations.
Building on this foundation, the district administration is planning to launch a dedicated helpline specifically for SSLC and Pre-University (PU) students in the near future. This specialized service will accept grievances from students, with subject experts available to speak with them the following day to help manage exam-related stress effectively.
Addressing Student Concerns Holistically
The new helpline initiative extends beyond academic support. According to Darshan, if students report other concerns that might be affecting their studies—such as environmental disturbances or personal issues—local administrative bodies will work to address and resolve these problems promptly. This comprehensive approach recognizes that multiple factors can impact student performance during examination periods.
Academic Performance and Preparatory Exams
The third preparatory examination for SSLC students is scheduled to take place from February 23. District officials have noted encouraging trends in previous preparatory exam results, with the pass percentage increasing from 52% in the first exam to 68.2% in the second exam conducted across Dakshina Kannada.
"It's important to note that not all students appeared for the first two preparatory exams," Darshan clarified. "We will carefully assess performance in the third preparatory exam and focus additional attention on slow learners who may need extra support."
Teachers are already conducting special classes to ensure students are well-prepared for the final examinations, with particular emphasis on helping all candidates clear the crucial SSLC tests.
Examination Arrangements and Statistics
For the SSLC examinations commencing on March 18, a total of 29,397 students in Dakshina Kannada will appear, including 27,633 regular students. The exams will be conducted across 91 examination centers throughout the district, with webcasting implemented at all venues to prevent malpractice and maintain examination integrity.
District officials have urged students not to believe rumors related to the examinations and to focus instead on their preparation with confidence in the fair administration of the testing process.
Parallel Preparations for PU Students
For the II PU examinations beginning February 28, 37,337 students have registered, including 18,401 regular students. These exams will be conducted at 59 centers across the district with similar security measures including webcasting, CCTV cameras at all venues, and 13 appointed observers to monitor proceedings.
II PU students have already completed two preparatory exams, showing significant improvement with pass percentages rising from 78% in the first exam to 85% in the second—demonstrating the effectiveness of ongoing academic support initiatives.
The district administration's multi-pronged approach combines official engagement, mental health resources, academic support, and robust examination administration to create an environment where students can perform to their fullest potential without being hindered by unnecessary stress or anxiety.
